RMF Cybersecurity Analyst - DoD ATO & Vulnerability Lead

Leidos; Keyport (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to support NAVSEA NUWC Keyport in Keyport, WA. The role focuses on RMF security and compliance for DoD/Navy systems enabling UUV operations.

You will help maintain system security, support A&A activities, manage vulnerabilities, and ensure continuous compliance throughout the lifecycle. You’ll work with a collaborative team to strengthen cybersecurity posture of mission-critical systems while supporting assessment, authorization, and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, CS, or related field with 4+ or 8+ years of experience, or a Master's with 2+ or 6+ years.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility or TS/SCI.
• 3+ years supporting cybersecurity, RMF compliance, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring in DoD/Navy environments.
• Hands-on experience with ACAS, IAVM processes, security control assessments, and A&A/ATO support.
• Working knowledge of RMF, STIGs, DoD/Navy cybersecurity requirements, and DoD 8140.03 compliance.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with technical teams, leadership, and government stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and test RMF security controls and related documentation, validation, and testing.
• Conduct ACAS scans, analyze results, and remediate vulnerabilities with IAVM activities.
• Support risk identification, mitigation planning, continuous monitoring, and compliance reporting per Navy SCA guidance.
• Prepare and maintain A&A packages and support activities for Authorization to Operate (ATO).
• Provide day-to-day cybersecurity support to the Project Manager and Team Leads across assessment, authorization, and sustainment.

Skills

Security clearance

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, CS, or related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

ACAS

IAVM processes

Security control assessments

A&A documentation

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to support NAVSEA NUWC Keyport in Keyport, WA. The role focuses on RMF security and compliance for DoD/Navy systems enabling UUV operations.

You will help maintain system security, support A&A activities, manage vulnerabilities, and ensure continuous compliance throughout the lifecycle. You’ll work with a collaborative team to strengthen cybersecurity posture of mission-critical systems while supporting assessment, authorization, and operational